Monthly Archive for: ‘May, 2015’

KETOSIS, KETOACIDOSIS AND THE FDA’S WARNING ON A CLASS OF DIABETES DRUGS

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KETOSIS VS. KETOACIDOSIS: THEY’RE NOT AT ALL THE SAME: Why a new class of diabetes drug got an FDA warning The FDA recently issued a warning of a risk of ketoacidosis from a new class of type 2 diabetes drugs. The drugs, called Farxiga, Invokana, and Jardiance are SGLT2 inhibitors. They make it easier for sugar to get through

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Delicious Frozen Drinks for Summer

SUMMER YUMMY FROZEN CONCOCTIONS Many of you are enjoying the Pure Paleo chocolate protein powder in a shake with almond or coconut milk and olive oil. As the days stay hot, why not try a slushier version? Linda shared her recipes for delicious frozen versions: I will be trying these. Enjoy and thanks to Linda. Option 1: Low Carb 1

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HOW TO SURVIVE ALLERGY SEASON

            We in Connecticut have nothing to be ashamed of -our seasonal allergies rank with the worst in the country. And thanks to the cold and prolonged winter, we’re having an “allergy tsunami.” So, if you’re suffering, you’re not alone. As I’m writing this, on May 7th, the season has just begun. What can you

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Dieting, Schmieting

  Traci Mann, a psychologist, recently published “Secrets from the Eating Lab: The Science of Weight Loss, the Myth of Willpower, and Why You Should Never Diet Again.” I have not read the book. I did read an excerpt which spells out all the reasons why people fail at dieting. Short version: your body won’t let you lose weight, so don’t bother

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